At Designwerk, e-trucks are built on Volvo and Daimler chassis. The energy storage and battery systems are usually installed between the axles where the tanks and exhaust gas purification systems are located on diesel trucks. Instead of the heavy diesel engine, an electric drivetrain is installed in the e-truck. Four motors and a collective gearbox supply the rear axle with the necessary torque via a cardan shaft.
Superstructures with energy requirements such as cranes, waste compactors or concrete drums are supplied via auxiliary drives, so-called E-PTOs (Electric Power Take Offs). Up to two auxiliary drives with a peak output of up to 125 kW can be installed on Designwerk electric trucks.
